Saturday, May 14, 2016

Must-read Kindle best sellers, up to 80% off

With summer break quickly approaching I am sure that all of us teachers could use a chance to catch up on some much needed reading for enjoyment!  The Kindle books listed here are on sale up to 80% off!  Grab you copies today as these deals are for a limited time!  If you don't have a Kindle, here is a link to an awesome app that will let you read Kindle books on other devices!  Click on the links or pictures below to get your copies today!



1.  
Orphan Train: A Novel The #1 New York Times Bestseller
Christina Baker Kline’s Orphan Train is an unforgettable story of friendship and second chances that highlights a little-known but historically significant movement in America’s past—and it includes a special PS section for book clubs featuring insights, interviews, and more.
Penobscot Indian Molly Ayer is close to “aging out” out of the foster care system. A community service position helping an elderly woman clean out her home is the only thing keeping Molly out of juvie and worse...
As she helps Vivian sort through her possessions and memories, Molly learns that she and Vivian aren’t as different as they seem to be. A young Irish immigrant orphaned in New York City, Vivian was put on a train to the Midwest with hundreds of other children whose destinies would be determined by luck and chance.
Molly discovers that she has the power to help Vivian find answers to mysteries that have haunted her for her entire life—answers that will ultimately free them both.

2.  

Allegiant (Divergent Trilogy, Book 3)  Now includes an excerpt from the upcoming Four: A Divergent Collection.

What if your whole world was a lie? What if a single revelation—like a single choice—changed everything? What if love and loyalty made you do things you never expected?
The explosive conclusion to Veronica Roth's #1 New York Times bestselling Divergent trilogy reveals the secrets of the dystopian world that has captivated millions of readers in Divergentand Insurgent.

3.  

The English Spy  #1 New York Times bestselling author Daniel Silva delivers another stunning thriller in his latest action-packed tale of high stakes international intrigue featuring the inimitable Gabriel Allon.

First there was THE ENGLISH ASSASSIN.
Then there was THE ENGLISH GIRL.
Now comes THE ENGLISH SPY . . .
Master novelist Daniel Silva has thrilled readers with seventeen thoughtful and gripping spy novels featuring a diverse cast of compelling characters and ingenious plots that have taken them around the globe and back—from the United States to Europe, Russia to the Middle East. His brilliant hero, Gabriel Allon—art restorer, assassin, spy—has joined the pantheon of great fictional secret agents, including George Smiley, Jack Ryan, Jason Bourne, and Simon Templar.
Following the success of his smash hit The Heist, Daniel Silva returns with another blockbuster

4.  

Yes Please  Do you want to get to know the woman we first came to love on Comedy Central's Upright Citizens Brigade? Do you want to spend some time with the lady who made you howl with laughter on Saturday Night Live, and in movies like Baby Mama, Blades of Glory, and They Came Together? Do you find yourself daydreaming about hanging out with the actor behind the brilliant Leslie Knope on Parks and Recreation? Did you wish you were in the audience at the last two Golden Globes ceremonies, so you could bask in the hilarity of Amy's one-liners?

If your answer to these questions is "Yes Please!" then you are in luck. In her first book, one of our most beloved funny folk delivers a smart, pointed, and ultimately inspirational read. Full of the comedic skill that makes us all love Amy, Yes Please is a rich and varied collection of stories, lists, poetry (Plastic Surgery Haiku, to be specific), photographs, mantras and advice. With chapters like "Treat Your Career Like a Bad Boyfriend," "Plain Girl Versus the Demon" and "The Robots Will Kill Us All" Yes Please will make you think as much as it will make you laugh. Honest, personal, real, and righteous, Yes Please is full of words to live by.

5.  

The Intelligent Investor, Rev. Ed (Collins Business Essentials)  More than one million hardcovers sold

Now available for the first time in paperback!
The Classic Text Annotated to Update Graham's Timeless Wisdom for Today's Market Conditions
The greatest investment advisor of the twentieth century, Benjamin Graham taught and inspired people worldwide. Graham's philosophy of "value investing" -- which shields investors from substantial error and teaches them to develop long-term strategies -- has made The Intelligent Investor the stock market bible ever since its original publication in 1949.
Over the years, market developments have proven the wisdom of Graham's strategies. While preserving the integrity of Graham's original text, this revised edition includes updated commentary by noted financial journalist Jason Zweig, whose perspective incorporates the realities of today's market, draws parallels between Graham's examples and today's financial headlines, and gives readers a more thorough understanding of how to apply Graham's principles.

6.  
Warriors of the Storm: A Novel (Saxon Tales)  The ninth installment of Bernard Cornwell’s bestselling series chronicling the epic saga of the making of England, “like Game of Thrones, but real” (The Observer, London)—the basis forThe Last Kingdom, the hit BBC America television series.
A fragile peace reigns in Wessex, Mercia and East Anglia. King Alfred’s son Edward and formidable daughter, Aethelflaed, rule the kingdoms. But all around the restless Northmen, eyeing the rich lands and wealthy churches, are mounting raids.
Uhtred of Bebbanburg, the kingdoms’ greatest warrior, controls northern Mercia from the strongly fortified city of Chester. But forces are gathering against him. Northmen allied to the Irish, led by the fierce warrior Ragnall Ivarson, are soon joined by the Northumbrians, and their strength could prove overwhelming. Despite the gathering threat, both Edward and Aethelflaed are reluctant to move out of the safety of their fortifications. But with Uhtred’s own daughter married to Ivarson’s brother, who can be trusted?
In the struggle between family and loyalty, between personal ambition and political commitment, there will be no easy path. But a man with a warrior’s courage may be able to find it. Such a man is Uhtred, and this may be his finest hour.

7.  

Beautiful Ruins  The acclaimed, award-winning author of the national bestseller The Financial Lives of the Poets returns with his  funniest, most romantic, and most purely enjoyable novel yet: the story of an almost-love affair that begins on the Italian coast in 1962 . . . and is rekindled in Hollywood fifty years later.  

“Why mince words? Beautiful Ruins is an absolute masterpiece.” —Richard Russo

“A ridiculously talented writer.” —New York Times

8.  

The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe  The Chronicles of Narnia  Illustrations in this ebook appear in vibrant full color on a full-color ebook device, and in rich black and white on all other devices.

Narnia . . . a land frozen in eternal winter . . . a country waiting to be set free
Four adventurers step through a wardrobe door and into the land of Narnia, a land enslaved by the power of the White Witch. But when almost all hope is lost, the return of the Great Lion, Aslan, signals a great change . . . and a great sacrifice.
The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe is the second book in C.S. Lewis's The Chronicles of Narnia, a series that has become part of the canon of classic literature, drawing readers of all ages into a magical land with unforgettable characters for over fifty years. This is a stand-alone read, but if you would like to explore more of the Narnian realm, pick up The Horse and His Boy, the third book in The Chronicles of Narnia.

9.  

Iron Wolf: A Novel  New York Times bestselling author Dale Brown goes beyond the headlines in this high-tech, high-tension military thriller in which a resurgent Russia enflames sectarian unrest and violence in Ukraine and Poland, setting off a stealth robotic war and escalating an international crisis.

In the spring of 2017, the U.S. economy is rebounding under President Stacy Anne Barbeau, the country’s first female president. But her leadership is about to be severely tested: Russian president Gennadiy Gryzlov has sent Special Troops, disguised as pro-Russian activists, into Ukraine and Moldova. Though NATO is outraged, its response is tepid. Refusing to let Russian aggression go unpunished, former U.S. president Kevin Martindale approaches Polish president Peter Wilk with a radical solution: a counterattack using a covert force of Cybernetic Infantry Device (CID): manned robots.
Underwritten by the wealthy Wilk, Operation Iron Wolf is launched—without the knowledge of the Americans or its NATO partners. The CID’s initial strikes are successful, infuriating Gryzlov and propelling President Barbeau to pledge western help to investigate the attack. With international tensions at the boiling point, Martindale’s secret alliance, supported by the best military technology, is determined to outmaneuver the Russians.

10.  

One Wish (Thunder Point series)   #1 New York Times bestselling author Robyn Carr delivers another smart, funny, emotional novel about the complexities of life in the small Oregon town of Thunder Point 

Grace Dillon was a champion figure skater until she moved to Thunder Point to escape the ruthless world of fame and competition. And though she's proud of the quiet, self-sufficient life she's created running a successful flower shop, she knows something is missing. Her life could use a little excitement. 
In a community where there are few eligible singles, high school teacher Troy Headly appoints himself Grace's fun coach. When he suggests a little companionship with no strings attached, Grace is eager to take him up on his offer, and the two enjoy…getting to know each other. 
But things get complicated when Grace's past catches up with her, and she knows that's not what Troy signed up for. Faced with losing her, Troy realizes Grace is more than just a friend with benefits. He's determined to help her fight for the life she always wished for but never believed she could have—and maybe they can find real love along the way.

11.  

Into the Darkest Corner  Catherine Bailey has been enjoying the single life long enough to know a catch when she sees one. Gorgeous, charismatic and spontaneous, Lee seems almost too perfect to be true. And her friends clearly agree, as each in turn falls under his spell.

But what begins as flattering attentiveness and passionate sex turns into raging jealousy, and Catherine soon learns there is a darker side to Lee. His increasingly erratic, controlling behaviour becomes frightening, but no one believes her when she shares her fears. Increasingly isolated and driven into the darkest corner of her world, a desperate Catherine plans a meticulous escape.
Four years later, Lee is behind bars and Catherine—now Cathy—compulsively checks the locks and doors in her apartment, trusting no one. But when an attractive upstairs neighbour, Stuart, comes into her life, Cathy dares to hope that happiness and love may still be possible . . . until she receives a phone call informing her of Lee’s impending release. Soon after, Cathy thinks she catches a glimpse of the former best friend who testified against her in the trial; she begins to return home to find objects subtly rearranged in her apartment, one of Lee’s old tricks. Convinced she is back in her former lover’s sights, Cathy prepares to wrestle with the demons of her past for the last time.
Utterly convincing in its portrayal of obsession, Into the Darkest corner is an ingeniously structured and plotted tour de force of suspense that marks the arrival of a major new talent.

12.  

Predictably Irrational, Revised and Expanded Edition: The Hidden Forces That Shape Our Decisions  "A marvelous book… thought provoking and highly entertaining." 

—Jerome Groopman, New York Times bestselling author of How Doctors Think
"Ariely not only gives us a great read; he also makes us much wiser."
—George Akerlof, 2001 Nobel Laureate in Economics
"Revolutionary."
New York Times Book Review
Behavioral economist and New York Times bestselling author Dan Ariely offers a much-needed take on the irrational decisions that led to our current economic crisis.

13.  

Come Away with Me  "Fans of Elizabeth Gilbert's Eat Pray Love will flock to this novel…." —Lori Nelson Spielman, author of The Life List

An unexpected journey leads one woman to find hope and healing in the most unlikely places… 
Tegan Lawson has everything she could hope for: an adoring husband, Gabe, and a baby on the way. But suddenly, her life is irreversibly changed when a patch of black ice causes a devastating accident.
Just when Tegan is on the verge of hitting rock bottom, Gabe reminds her of their Jar of Spontaneity, a collection of their dream destinations and experiences. And so begins an extraordinary adventure of a lifetime. From the colorful, bustling markets of Thailand to the rich flavors of Italy to the azure ocean waves in Hawaii, Tegan and Gabe embark on a journey in search of forgiveness and renewal. And as they explore the cultures and beautiful landscapes of these faraway places, they learn that acceptance often comes when we least expect it. Heartbreaking, hopeful and utterly transporting, Come Away with Me is an unforgettable debut and a luminous celebration of the strength of the human spirit.
More Praise:
"One woman's journey through grief becomes the journey of a lifetime... This emotional love story will stick with you long after you've turned the final page."" —Colleen Oakley, author of Before I Go
"[F]ull of lush locations, memorable characters, and a turn of events that is nothing short of jaw-dropping." —Taylor Jenkins Reid, author of Forever, Interrupted and After I Do
"[A] beautifully written story of love and loss... Come Away with Me had me smiling through my tears." —Tracey Garvis Graves, New York Times bestselling author of On the Island

14.  

The Giving Tree  This year, as The Giving Tree turns fifty, this timeless classic is available for the first time ever in ebook format. This digital edition will allow young readers and lifelong fans to continue the legacy and love of a household classic that will now reach an even wider audience. Never before have Shel Silverstein's children's books appeared in a format other than hardcover.

Since it was first published fifty years ago, Shel Silverstein's poignant picture book for readers of all ages has offered a touching interpretation of the gift of giving and a serene acceptance of another's capacity to love in return.
Shel Silverstein's incomparable career as a bestselling children's book author and illustrator began with Lafcadio, the Lion Who Shot Back. He is also the creator of picture books includingA Giraffe and a HalfWho Wants a Cheap Rhinoceros?The Missing PieceThe Missing Piece Meets the Big O, and the perennial favorite The Giving Tree, and of classic poetry collections such as Where the Sidewalk EndsA Light in the AtticFalling UpEvery Thing On ItDon't Bump the Glump!, and Runny Babbit.

15.  

America the Beautiful: Rediscovering What Made This Nation Great  What is America becoming? Or, more importantly, what can she be if we reclaim a vision for the things that made her great in the first place? In the Zondervan ebook, America the Beautiful, Dr. Ben Carson helps us learn from our past in order to chart a better course for our future. From his personal ascent from inner-city poverty to international medical and humanitarian acclaim, Carson shares experiential insights that help us understand … what is good about America … where we have gone astray … which fundamental beliefs have guided America from her founding into preeminence among nations Written by a man who has experienced America’s best and worst firsthand, America the Beautiful is at once alarming, convicting, and inspiring. You’ll gain new perspectives on our nation’s origins, our Judeo-Christian heritage, our educational system, capitalism versus socialism, our moral fabric, healthcare, and much more. An incisive manifesto of the values that shaped America’s past and must shape her future, America the Beautiful calls us all to use our God-given talents to improve our lives, our communities, our nation, and our world.


16.  

The Newsmakers (A Newsmakers Novel)  TV reporter Erica Sparks has become a superstar overnight. Is it due to her hard work and talent, or is she at the center of a spiraling conspiracy?

Erica Sparks is a beautiful and ambitious reporter who has just landed her dream job at Global News Network in New York. And while it was hard to leave Jenny, her cherished eight-year-old daughter, in the custody of her ex-husband, Erica is determined to succeed in the cutthroat world of big-time broadcasting. She can only hope her troubled past won’t come back to sabotage her dreams.


Fabulous Friday Freebies! May 13th Anything Goes


Welcome to my weekly linkup:  Fabulous Friday Freebies!  This week link up any free item or teaching ideas!  Be sure to check out all the other linkups as well!



An InLinkz Link-up

Thursday, May 12, 2016

Kindergarten Graduation Program


Each year our kindergarten team puts on a wonderful kindergarten graduation program.  Here are some of the things that we do:

We order caps and gowns for the students.  We collect money from the parents ahead of time and place the order.  Here is a link where you can order caps and gowns.
First we walk in to Pomp and Circumstance and find our seats.  The principal or our wing dean opens by saying a few words to welcome our families to graduation.  We then do the following:

Kindergarten Graduation Script:

All Kindergartners:

The class of 2016 (or whatever year it is)  wants to say,
You are all as welcome as the flowers in May.
We are glad to see you this afternoon (can be substituted with morning or evening)
We think it is just great
That you have come to _________________(name of your school)
To see our class graduate

Part 1:  (One student from each class)

We must all try to remember
Everything we have to do
So first we will stand and pledge allegiance
To our dear red, white, and blue
(all students then stand and say pledge)

Part 2:  (One student from each class)

We also have a student creed
You would like to hear that I know
So, everyone stand and yell it loud
All ready now....Let's go!
(All students stand and say your student creed if you have one-if not you can substitute with something else)

Part 3:  (One student from each class)

We are going to sing our songs
We surely like to sing
And after you hear it, you will say
__________________________(name of your school ) kids can do their thing!

We then sing 2 songs.  The first song we change each year.  It is usually a song that is popular at the time and that the kids know and like.  This year we are singing Happy.  The second song is called Kindergarten Kindergarten and is sung to the tune of the Married with Children theme song by Frank Sinatra:  Love and Marriage.  Here is an instrumental version:



Kindergarten Kindergarten

Kindergarten, kindergarten
Time to say goodbye to kindergarten
Look at the progress that we made
But now it's time to go to....first grade!

Kindergarten, kindergarten
We have learned so much in kindergarten
Our teachers wish that we could stay
but now it's time to go to....first grade!

Reading, writing, math and science
We love to do it
Specials and library too...
We're flying through it

Kindergarten, kindergarten
time to say goodbye to kindergarten
Look at the progress that we made
But now it's time, but now it's time
But now it's time to go to...first grade!

**(Instrumental interlude)**
(We have the students kind of bounce up and down during this-feet remain on ground)

Reading, writing, math and science
We love to do it
Specials and library too....
We're flying through it

Kindergarten, kindergarten
We have learned so much in kindergarten 
Our teachers wish that we could stay
But now it's time, but now it's time
But now it's time to go to....first grade!

After the two songs I go up and read a poem that I wrote for our kindergarten graduation.  It is a wonderful poem and the parents love it.  I have the poem available on my TPT store:  My Kinder Garden.  If you are interested in using it you can get it here just click on the link or the picture: Kindergarten Graduation Poem

Next we have the presentation of diplomas.  We use just a rolled up piece of paper tied in ribbon to hand out at the ceremony and then give the real certificates out in the classroom after the ceremony.  Here are a few different designs that can be purchased. Just click on the pictures for more information.

 


 


After we present the diplomas we sing our last song...the grand finale!  First Grade, First Grade which is sung to the tune of New York, New York by Frank Sinatra  Here is an instrumental version:
  



First Grade, First Grade

Start spreading the news
We're leaving today
We want to be a part of....
First grade, first grade

We've worked very hard 
Our teacher's so proud
So open up those doors to...
First grade, first grade

We know our alphabet and numbers too
We all can write our names....
And tie our shoes

So when summer's done
And we're all done with play
Our moms will send us to...
First grade, first grade

If we can make it there 
We'll make it anywhere
So here we come
First grade, first grade

We know our alphabet and numbers too
We all can write our names...
And tie our shoes

So when summer's done
And we're all done with play
Our moms will send us to...
First grade, first grade

If we can make it there
We'll make it anywhere
So here we come
First grade, first grade

Some years we have a refreshment table at the end and some years we give the kids treat bags.  And that is how we conduct our kindergarten graduation.

Three For Thursday


Tuesday, May 10, 2016

Ten For Tuesday: End of the Year Books

Here are ten great books for the end of the school year!  Click on the titles or the pictures for more information.

1.

Last Day Blues (Mrs. Hartwells classroom adventures)

It's the last week of school, and Mrs. Hartwell's class is excited to leave for summer vacation. The only problem is that the kids don't want their teacher to miss them while they're gone. Once again Julie Danneberg and Judy Love bring to life the crazy antics of Mrs. Hartwell and her class and show that teachers and students are more alike than different.


2.  

The Night Before Summer Vacation

A little girl and her family are getting ready to go on vacation . . . or at least they are trying to. In the effort to pack everything that will be needed, there's bound to be something overlooked, and what that is provides a funny ending to this meter-perfect "twist" on Clement Moore's classic.


3.  

The Last Day of School

The shool year is coming to an end, and everyone at Albert E. Chapman Elementary School is counting down, including Mrs. Mallory's third grade class. In the last weeks of school there is much to be done, from putting away supplies to cleaning out desks to finding a summer home for the class pet, Rhoda. 
Now -- finally -- the last day is here! Matthew Perez, one of Mrs. Mallory's students, has a perfect good-bye gift for his teacher, and he can't wait to give it to her. But when is the right time? Not in the morning when other kids are giving their gifts. Not during the Last Day fun of kickball and ice-cream treats. Will Matt get his chance before the school day is over? 
The last Day of School will resonate with all children who know the excitement, energy, and bittersweet emotions that the final days of a school year bring.


4.  

The Last Day of Kindergarten

Today is the last day of kindergarten. I wish it were the FIRST. Then I’d meet Mrs. Popinski all over again. A little girl is sad that kindergarten is coming to an end. She wishes it were the first day again, when everything was exciting and new and there was such a fun year ahead. But then she realizes that graduating is exciting, too, and maybe first grade won’t be so bad, after all! Bright mixed-media artwork is a perfect complement to the text.



5.  

Lizzie and the Last Day of School

Lizzie loves school almost more than anything. First she loved Nursery school. She loved Kindergarten even more. When the time comes for Lizzie to start First Grade, she can't wait. Everyone tells her it will be a whole year of school. And Miss Giggliano, the first-grade teacher, tells her class to make this the best year of school ever. Yippee! thinks Lizzie--a whole year of school! And what a year it is. Miss G.'s class wins the Centipede Reading Award. And they even win the Nature Study Award for their bee and butterfly garden. It's a great year! But all great things must come to an end. When the last day of school arrives, Lizzie is dismayed. How can this be? It was supposed to be a whole year! But good news soon arrives and Lizzie, along with Miss G., finds herself in a different classroom and eager to learn!


6.  

Last Day, Hooray!

Last Day, Hooray! Four, three, two, ONE! The last day of school is finally here. For Ivy and her friends it's time to take down pictures, clean shelves and say good-bye. But there is also time for one last surprise. In this companion to "First Day, Horray!," Nancy Poydar perfectly captures the excitement and fun of the final day of school and the beginning of summer vacation.


7.  

Miss Bindergarten Celebrates the Last Day of Kindergarten 

Miss Bindergarten and her class have had a great year in kindergarten! They have gone on a field trip, marked the 100th day, created a circus, and even survived a wild day. But now the school year is over, and it?s time to remember, to celebrate, and for Miss Bindergarten to say, ?Good-bye, kindergarten. It?s been a special year.? The bestselling Miss Bindergarten series comes to a sweet and jubilant conclusion by honoring an important passage: the last day of kindergarten. Filled with last-day classroom ideas, it?s also a perfect gift to honor graduation and moving-up ceremonies. Miss Bindergarten Celebrates the Last Day of Kindergarten is the perfect way for teachers and students to commemorate their own end-of-the-year festivities.


8.  

When It's the Last Day Of School

James can barely contain his excitement on the last day of school, but he vows to be good and get Mrs. Bremwood’s last gold sticker of the year. He’s determined not to talk during Silent Reading and he will get his drink at the water fountain properly and not spit out any of it because it’s warm. At lunch, he’ll take the wrapper off his straw and not blow it at his friend Tony, and he won’t show Tiffany how he can burp and talk at the same time. It’ll be a perfect day and at the end, after giving Mrs. Bremwood the biggest hug ever, he’ll EXPLODE!
When it comes to excited kids, not many days can compete with the last day of school. And this is the perfect book to cap off every school year—for kids and teachers.


9.  

The Berenstain Bears' Graduation Day 

Celebrate graduation day with the Berenstain Bears! It's the end of the school year and Bear Country School is holding a graduation ceremony for all the students. This year, Brother and Sister will get to wear a cap and gown—and get a diploma. But what about Honey Bear? Will she be able to join in on the fun? Read along as the Berenstain Bears learn about the true meaning of the end of the school year.
The Berenstain Bears books have been loved by generations, and with well-known characters and beautiful illustrations, this 8x8 picture book is a perfect gift for young graduates.


10.  

The Night Before Summer Camp

The first day of summer camp is almost here, and one little camper doesn’t know what to expect. For a while everything is hunkydory . . . until rest time rolls around and he gets a bad case of nervous butterflies. But an unlikely friend appears out of the crowd and reassures him that the best cure for the summertime blues is tons of summertime fun! A sweetly reassuring story, once again told in verse to the meter of Clement Moore’s classic.









Sunday, May 8, 2016

Sunday Social: End of the School Year Ideas


Please linkup your ideas and blog posts that relate to the end of the school year.  Also check out all the awesome links that others have shared!



Saturday, May 7, 2016


Diffuser Blends for Summer Click these links to get these amazing ‪#‎essentialoils‬:

Recipe 1:
This recipe has: Ylang Ylang:  Its exquisite aroma is flowery and sweet in a way that will delight your senses. A remarkable general tonic for the entire body, Ylang Ylang is a natural regulator of oily skin and can work great on both mature and youthful skin types. Wild OrangeRich with robust antioxidants, Wild Orange promotes overall well being and stabilizes health, while also stimulating the senses. Wild Orange's extraordinary aroma is saturated with citrusy and wild characteristics. Diffusing it in your home or office will not only fill the room with a refreshing fragrance but will help uplift your mood. As it freshens the air, Wild Orange can cast away anxiety and depression from your mental state. Using it to clean surface areas is a great natural alternative to chemical scrubs. Patchouli:  It is recognized by aromatherapists as being effective for combating nervous disorders, helping with dandruff, sores, acne, skin irritations and acne. The specific properties include use as an antidepressant, anti-inflammatory, anti-emetic, antimicrobal, antiphlogistic, antiseptic, antitoxic, antiviral, aphrodisiac, astringent, bactericidal, carminative, deodorant, digestive, diuretic, febrifuge, fungicidal, nerving, prophylactic, stimulating and tonic agent.  Sandalwood:  Using Sandalwood can help promote a healthy immune system and enhance mental clarity. Both men and women rave about Australian Sandalwood's efficacy and its woody and musky aroma. For the skin, its astringent and emollient properties can help fight acne, oily skin and dandruff while restoring a youthful glow. 

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Recipe 2:
This recipe has Lavender:  Likely one of the most popular essential oils of all time, Lavender has an enchanting natural chemistry that heals, restores and exhilarates. If you feel agitated or stress, calmly inhaling Lavender's rich and sweet-herbaceous aroma can melt away your worries. By offering balance, Lavender helps restore the skin's natural luster. Parents often adore Lavender for its ability to effectively heal sunburns and colds while inspiring tranquility.  Lemon:  There is a reason Lemon fragrances are added to many household cleaning products. Its natural essence actually purifies and its crisp aroma is marvelously fresh. So skip the chemicals and give Lemon a try. Not only does it cleanse the air, surfaces and the body, Lemon essential oil can uplift sullen moods and inspire positive thinking. Grapefruit:  There are some moments that you wish you could play on repeat. Letting your toes soak into the ocean, sipping coffee on a quiet morning, landing a job or getting on a plane to an exotic location. Grapefruit essential oil helps remind us of those life-giving and inspiring moments of our lives. Its unique properties uplift, revive and inspire a lovely emotional buoyancy. Grapefruit's aroma is sweet and zesty and can ease tension. Topically, it helps the skin restore a youthful glow through its abounding astringent properties. Through inhalation, Grapefruit can help curb the appetite and prevent overeating, leading to weight loss. During massages, Grapefruit stimulates the senses while beautifying the skin. Known for its mild euphoric properties, it settles emotions and restores balance. Spearmint:  This essential oil can help you steal those little moments of calm back as it gently uplifts with a minty and bright aroma. Often confused with Peppermint, which has a cooling and stimulating effect, Spearmint is warming and more nuanced. It is useful for headaches, depression, vertigo, and mental fatigue. Its digestive properties make it especially effective in remedying cramps, IBS and nausea. For thousands of the years, Spearmint's medicinal and therapeutic properties have been explored. The Ancient Greeks used it to restore the body while adding a lovely fragrance to their bathwater.

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Recipe 3:
This recipe has Tangerine:  Enjoying a warm, sunny afternoon as the day slowly drifts and the moment soothes can carry us into a calmer evening. Tangerine's soft and sweet aroma invites peace is more delicate than many citrus oils. Rich with sedative and relaxant properties, Tangerine consoles the body and mind. Similar to our Mandarin and Clementine oils, Tangerine is often used to help digestive problems and relieve stress. For those looking for brighter and clearer skin, Tangerine can naturally clear up stretch marks and acne. Herbalists have long used Tangerine tree leaves in tea to help the body find peaceful rest while soothing the digestive tract.   Spearmint:  This essential oil can help you steal those little moments of calm back as it gently uplifts with a minty and bright aroma. Often confused with Peppermint, which has a cooling and stimulating effect, Spearmint is warming and more nuanced. It is useful for headaches, depression, vertigo, and mental fatigue. Its digestive properties make it especially effective in remedying cramps, IBS and nausea. For thousands of the years, Spearmint's medicinal and therapeutic properties have been explored. The Ancient Greeks used it to restore the body while adding a lovely fragrance to their bathwater.  Lemongrass: There is something so consoling about entering a freshly cleaned space. Lemongrass is the tidy essential oil. Its purifying qualities can make profound change. A recent study focusing on the antifungal activity of Lemongrass found that its natural properties are very effective against Candida spp. Additionally, Lemongrass can provide emotional calm through its earthy citrus aroma while restoring suppleness to the skin when highly diluted. Inhaling a few drops of Lemongrass or adding it to a bath can ease the nerves and provide mental clarity.

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Recipe 4:
This recipe has Bergamot:  Calming the mind can be an exhaustive exercise. We all have weeks where the days seem so blended and tangled together that unraveling our thoughts feels impossible. When life feels messy, Bergamot essential oil can help relieve scattered thoughts while promoting focus and clarity. It is often recommended to restore emotional balance and calm children on the verge of a tantrum or meltdown. Diffusing Bergamot with Lavender before bedtime can lead to sweet dreams and a restful wake.   Grapefruit:  There are some moments that you wish you could play on repeat. Letting your toes soak into the ocean, sipping coffee on a quiet morning, landing a job or getting on a plane to an exotic location. Grapefruit essential oil helps remind us of those life-giving and inspiring moments of our lives. Its unique properties uplift, revive and inspire a lovely emotional buoyancy. Grapefruit's aroma is sweet and zesty and can ease tension. Topically, it helps the skin restore a youthful glow through its abounding astringent properties. Through inhalation, Grapefruit can help curb the appetite and prevent overeating, leading to weight loss. During massages, Grapefruit stimulates the senses while beautifying the skin. Known for its mild euphoric properties, it settles emotions and restores balance.  Lime:  This essential oil has a crisp, refreshing citrus scent that has been used by aromatherapists for its uplifting and revitalizing properties. It can also act as an astringent on skin where it is reputed to help clear oily skin. * Consistency: Light * Note: Top * Strength of Aroma: Medium Strength * Blends well with: Bergamot, Cedarwood, Geranium, Grapefruit , Lavender, Lemon, Mandarin, Neroli, Nutmeg, Orange Sweet, Palmarosa, Petitgrain, Rose, Rosemary, Rosewood, Tangerine, Vetiver & Ylang-Ylang * Aromatic Scent: Lime has a crisp, sweet, fresh smell characteristic of citrus products. Ginger: Driving down a swirling road or sloshing up and down at sea is rarely fun for anyone. Nausea kicks in and BAM, the day is off track. But the day doesn't have to be ruined. A few deep inhales of Ginger's sweet and slightly spicy aroma can alleviate nausea and focus the mind. Mental fatigue and motion sickness don't stand a chance with Ginger in hand. It also aids in poor circulation, colds, achy muscles and migraines. Ginger is an exceptional addition to any massage oil. It boosts the immune system and has amazing warming qualities. Because it's aroma is so potent and powerful, Ginger should always be highly diluted when used on the skin. Many people use Ginger as a remedy for seasonal affective disorder. For thousands of years, Ginger has been a favorite domestic spice in the Eastern and Western Hemisphere. In China, fresh Ginger is used for rheumatism and bacterial dysentery. It has long been used as a digestive aid and to soothe the respiratory system. Sandalwood:  Using Sandalwood can help promote a healthy immune system and enhance mental clarity. Both men and women rave about Australian Sandalwood's efficacy and its woody and musky aroma. For the skin, its astringent and emollient properties can help fight acne, oily skin and dandruff while restoring a youthful glow. 

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